june

Friday, June 12th @ 5-7 PM

Volunteer Potluck @ Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary

Celebrate community at Felix Neck's Volunteer Potluck. We welcome returning, new and future volunteers, to learn how to get involved in our work! Bring a dish and your own place setting as this is a low-waste event.

Saturday, June 13th @ 8 PM

Bloomsday @ The Katherine Cornell Theater, Vineyard Haven

A night of music, drama and humor based on the writings of James Joyce brought to you by Arts & Society.

Thursday, June 25th – Sunday, June 28th

FILMUSIC Festival @ Martha's Vineyard Film Center

The MV Film Society presents a long weekend of feature films and musical performances that celebrate the convergence of music, culture, and film.

Saturday, June 27th – 5 PM

Truth & Joy @ MVRHS Performing Arts Center

The MV Diversity Coalition (MVDC) presents its 5th Annual Truth & Joy event. The public is invited to join the MVDC as we uplift the Vineyard community with a variety of presentations and performances, including honoring Martha's Vineyard Superintendent of Schools Richard (Richie) Smith as the 2026 recipient of the first annual “Friend and Leader Award”, and the film premiere of our ongoing project - the Martha’s Vineyard Living Legends (MVLL): Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) and Immigrants Elders Oral History Project.

Saturday, June 27th – 6 - 9 PM

Evening of Discovery Gala @ Martha's Vineyard Museum

MV Museum's signature summer gala and largest annual fundraising event.

Sunday, June 28th

30th Anniversary Celebration @ Featherstone Center for the Arts

Join us as we celebrate Featherstone's 30th Anniversary Celebration!

Tuesday, June 30th – 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Vineyard Conservation Society Annual Meeting @ Stillpoint

Annual meeting of the VCS membership. Free and open to the public.

JULY

Saturday, July 4th - 9-11:30 AM

Children's 4th of July Parade @ MVCMA, Oak Bluffs

Gather on W. Clinton Ave prior to 9:00am. Parade will flow down Clinton Ave and around Trinity Circle, ending by the MVCMA Cottage museum where a yummy treat will be waiting. Join us for lemonade, watermelon and yard games! Please arrive with your bikes already decorated!

Sunday, July 5th - 7:30 PM

Livingston Taylor Live in Concert @ The MV Film Center, Vineyard Haven

We are thrilled to welcome Livingston Taylor back to the Film Center stage. Livingston is a Martha’s Vineyard resident and when not performing can be found sometimes watching films at the Film Center as a film society member. Livingston Taylor picked up his first guitar at the age of 13, which began a 50-year career that has encompassed performance, songwriting, and teaching. Born in Boston and raised in North Carolina, Livingston is the fourth child in a very musical family that includes Alex, James, Kate, and Hugh. Livingston recorded his first record at the age of 18 and has continued to create well crafted, introspective, and original songs that have earned him listeners worldwide.

Monday, July 6th - 7:30 PM

The Music of Wayne Shorter, presented by the Eric T. Johnson Quintet @ The MV Film Center, Vineyard Haven

Live music on the Film Center stage!

Wednesday, July 8th - 7:30 PM

Lenny Clarke and Jimmie JJ Walker Comedy Show @ The MV Film Center, Vineyard Haven

Back By Popular Demand! Live Stand Up Comedy on the Film Center stage!

Thursday, July 9th – 5:30 - 9:30 PM

Sail Martha's Vineyard Seafood Buffet & Auction @ Tisbury Wharf (138 Beach Road)

The Seafood Buffet & Auction is Sail MV's annual gala, with boats on the dock, music, a lobster dinner, a live auction featuring sailing excursions, and the camaraderie of the Vineyard's maritime community.

Friday & Saturday, July 10th & 11th

Vineyard Cup Regatta @ Vineyard Haven Harbor

Two days of sail racing with classes for Catboats, Herreshoff 12.5, Schooners, and modern classics among others. Benefits Sail Martha's Vineyard's maritime programs and education for islanders of all ages and abilities.

Sunday, July 12th - 4 PM

Merrily We Roll Along @ The MV Film Center - 4 PM

Followed by a Q&A with playwright/director James Lapine. Spanning three decades, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG charts the turbulent relationship between composer Franklin Shepard and his two lifelong friends — writer Mary and lyricist and playwright Charley. Originally produced on Broadway in 1981, then becoming an inventive cult classic ahead of its time, the musical features some of Stephen Sondheim’s most celebrated and personal songs. The 2023-2024 Broadway production, directed by Maria Friedman, redefined the show for a new era, bringing Stephen Sondheim’s intricate score and George Furth’s book to vivid life with extraordinary depth and clarity. MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG shattered the Hudson Theatre’s house record on Broadway, solidifying its place as a landmark event in Broadway history. The critically acclaimed production won the 2024 Tony Awards for Best Revival of a Musical, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical and Best Orchestrations. Additionally, in London, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG garnered the most five-star reviews in West-End history.

Saturday, July 18th - 7 PM

Laughing Matters — 2nd Annual Comedy Fundraiser for Stillpoint @ Stillpoint, West Tisbury

The Funniest Evening of your Summer! On Saturday, July 18, six members of Bluebird Improv will perform their hilarious brand of long-form improvisational comedy. This troupe includes some of the best improvisers on the planet, brought together by a shared passion for making people laugh. Each performance is fully improvised, based upon conversations with the audience. This event is open to the public, with all ticket sales directly benefiting Stillpoint's community-led programs. Go here for all the good stuff: https://www.stillpointmv.org/laughingmatters2026

Saturday, July 18th

Annual Summer Gala @ Featherstone Center for the Arts

Join us on Saturday, July 18th for Featherstone's largest fundraiser of the year on the campus outside the Art Barn! Guests enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and dinner along with a silent auction and golden ticket giveaway to win one of five unique experiences! For more information and tickets, visit www.featherstoneart.org/gala

Friday, July 24th - 7:30 PM

An Evening of Magic, Illusion, and Mind-Blowing Juggling @ The MV Film Center, Vineyard Haven

Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of MAGIC, ILLUSION, AND MIND-BLOWING JUGGLING by two of Boston’s best-loved performers! This doubleheader includes Bryson Lang’s CURE FOR THE COMMON SHOW together with Evan Northrup’s MIND OF A MAGICIAN performance! Served up with a healthy dose of humor and audience interactive comedy … it is FUN, FUNNY, SMART, and AMAZING all at once! Enjoy performances by 2 very different and skilled entertainers on one stage … a stage in where YOU can become part of the show! Evan Northrup has performed for both the Boston Celtics and Bruins, The Harvard Club, Tuffs University, TD BANK, and The Museum of Science, Marriott Hotels and more! Bryson Lang performed on two seasons of the MASTERS OF ILLUSION series, won first place on the EXTREME GONG SHOW, and was seen in CHARMED, THAT 70S SHOW, AUSTIN POWERS II, and BATMAN AND ROBIN. Come be a part of the Magic, Mayhem, and audience interactive fun!

Monday, July 27th – Friday, July 31st

MV Documentary Week @ Martha's Vineyard Film Center

In recognition of the rising importance of documentaries to public dialogue, the Martha’s Vineyard Film Society is proud to announce its twelfth annual Documentary Week, 5 nights of new, award winning documentaries and filmmaker Q&A's, from July 27-31, 2026.  Documentary films have become the conscience of the nation, providing a deeper study of contemporary, and often unnoticed, social issues. By using the unique medium of film, Documentarians are able to cultivate a more compelling and fruitful discussion by mixing strongly-driven narratives with vivid imagery.

Wednesday, July 28th – 5 - 7 PM

BiodiversityWorks Summer Gathering @ Tashmoo Springs

Our annual gathering to thank everyone who supports BiodiversityWorks. Our staff are at displays about our projects, answering questions, and we make a few remarks while we feed our guests light bites and beverages.

August 

Sunday, August 2nd – 5 - 7:30 PM

Misty Meadows Summer Benefit @ Misty Meadows Equine Learning Center, West Tisbury

Join us for an engaging evening on the farm. Meet our herd, see programming in action, enjoy decadent light bites and cocktails! See islander and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Geraldine Brooks in conversation with a celebrity guest.

Monday, August 3rd – 5:30 PM

Summer Soiree @ Farm Neck Golf Club

The Annual Summer Soiree is Hospice of Martha's Vineyard's largest fundraiser, welcoming friends and community members to a wonderful evening at Farm Neck Golf Club. The Soiree features cocktails, a raw bar, and a live, silent and online auction! The support raised from the Soiree helps us to continue serving our Island community with end-of-life care, palliative care and bereavement services.

Tuesday, August 4th – 5:30 PM

Island Health Care's 4th Annual Happy Hour-and-a-Half @ The Field Club, Edgartown

Join Island Health Care to learn more about their work and how to support their critical mission to provide primary medical care, dental care, and behavioral health services to all Islanders.

Thursday, August 5th - 6:30 PM

Who Needs College Anymore? Book Talk & Panel with author Kathleen DeLaski @ Stillpoint, West Tisbury

Author and founder of the Education Design Lab and senior advisor to the Project on Workforce at Harvard University, Kathleen DeLaski, will give a talk based on her recent book, "Who Needs College Anymore? Imagining a Future Where Degrees Won't Matter." A brief panel discussion and reception with local employers and educators will follow.

Friday, August 7th – 7:30 PM

Grace Kelly Benefit Concert @ The Old Whaling Church, Edgartown

Join MVNC and The Margaret Stewart Lindsay Foundation in welcoming Grace Kelly back to the Island for a fantastic evening of entertainment in Edgartown. Tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-grace-kelly-benefit-concert-tickets-1986322032670?aff=oddtdtcreator

Saturday, August 8th –  4 PM

Possible Dreams @ Allen Farm in Chilmark

Possible Dreams is MV Community Services' largest annual fundraiser and gives people the opportunity to purchase unique on and off-Island experiences while giving back to MVCS. Possible Dreams is hosted by comedian, talk-show host, and seasonal Island resident, Seth Meyers.

Saturday, August 8th - 7:30 PM

Comedian Jackie Flynn @ The MV Film Center, Vineyard Haven

Live Stand Up Comedy on the film center stage! Jackie Flynn currently stars as Tony in the Netflix hit TV Show “Loudermilk” along with Ron Livingston, Will Sasso and Anja Savcic, Coming out of the legendary Boston standup comedy scene -Jackie was discovered on stage in Boston by the Farrelly brothers, who have since cast him in back to back roles in “King Pin”, “There’s Something About Mary”, “Me, Myself And Irene” “Shallow Hal” and “Stuck On You.” Recently, Jackie has had roles in “The Three Stooges,” playing opposite Kevin James in “Here Comes The Boom,” 2017’s film “Special Unit.” 2022’s Greatest Beer Run Ever” and 2024’s “Ricky Stanicky”.

Sunday, August 9th – 4 PM

Anonymous Art @ Featherstone Center for the Arts 

Small Art. Big Fun. Anonymous Art is a fun and creative art show featuring 6"x6" works of art donated by local artists. All anonymously created artwork is for sale for $100 with both professional and novice artists participating. Attendees of the event have the opportunity to sign up for a one in six chance to win the pieces of their choosing, not knowing who created the artwork. A roll of a dice ultimately determines the winner of each piece. It’s an evening of small art and big fun!

Friday, August 14th - 7:30 PM

The Nadlers - Father @ Son Comedy Duo @ The MV Film Center, Vineyard Haven

Hollywood Writer and Comedian Marty Nadler and his son Charlie share the stage as a truly unique stand-up duo! Marty started out as a comic and actor and wrote on classic sitcoms including Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley, and The Odd Couple. As an actor you may have seen him in Pretty Woman, Runaway Bride, and Valentine’s Day. Charlie, a touring headliner and writer in his own right, performs in clubs, theaters, and festivals around the US and beyond. The Nadlers had a big year in 2025, performing at the Sharon L. Morse PAC in The Villages, FL, and recording an album with Comedy Dynamics (a Nacelle company), the largest independent comedy production and distribution company. This show will occur around the same time as this album/special release! The night includes all new material performed together and separately, with a lively Q&A after where you can ask the Nadlers about working in Showbiz and with each other!

Thursday, August 20th

Jon Stetson: Psychic, Mid-Blowing Comedy Show @ The MV Film Center, Vineyard Haven

Jon Stetson returns to the Film Center stage. 5 TIME WHITEHOUSE PERFORMER AND THE INSPIRATION FOR THE CBS SHOW “THE MENTALIST” JON STETSON RETURNS TO MARTHA’S VINEYARD! There is simply NO other audience interactive performer like Jon Stetson. Known across the globe as America’s Master Mentalist, Jon knows what you’re thinking. No, he really does! What is The Stetson Experience? A truly mindblowing, crowd-pleasing, audience interactive mix of magic, mind reading, and amazing mystery all packaged together and delivered by an engaging and very funny comedic personality.

Saturday, August 22nd - 7:30 PM

Livingston Taylor Live in Concert @ The MV Film Center

We are thrilled to welcome Livingston Taylor back to the Film Center stage. Livingston is a Martha’s Vineyard resident and when not performing can be found sometimes watching films at the Film Center as a film society member. Livingston Taylor picked up his first guitar at the age of 13, which began a 50-year career that has encompassed performance, songwriting, and teaching. Born in Boston and raised in North Carolina, Livingston is the fourth child in a very musical family that includes Alex, James, Kate, and Hugh. Livingston recorded his first record at the age of 18 and has continued to create well crafted, introspective, and original songs that have earned him listeners worldwide.

september

Saturday, September 5th

Foot It For Felix 5K Trail Walk/Run

Fun Run 8:45 am, 5k 9:00 am @ Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary

Sweeping pond views and the sound of birds overhead set the stage for this scenic, everyone welcome, 5k trail run/walk fundraiser. Young participants can enjoy a quarter-mile Fun Run designed for children ages 8 and under.

Tuesday, September 8th – Sunday, September 13th

The 21st Annual Martha’s Vineyard International Film Festival @ Martha's Vineyard Film Center

The premier film festival on Martha's Vineyard enters its 21st year!

Sunday, September 13th - 4 PM

Potter's Bowl @ Featherstone Center for the Arts

Featherstone's annual Potter's Bowl is a community favorite! Local potters work throughout the year to create beautiful bowls which they donate to Featherstone for this special fundraiser. Patrons are able to select handcrafted bowl and are then served a casual late summer meal of locally made soup from Island restaurants and caterers (along with Island made bread). It's an affordable, community focused event which also raises needed funds for the art center.

https://www.featherstoneart.org/pottersbowl.html